Red Hill, the Patrick Henry National Memorial is the last home and burial place of Virginia’s first governor and “Voice of the Revolution” Patrick Henry. The grounds include Henry’s grave, law office, a reconstructed home and the largest collection of Henry artifacts. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 9am to 5pm and Sunday from 1pm […]
The last major battle in Virginia of the American Civil War was fought at what is now Sailor’s Creek Battlefield Historical State Park located on the western edge of Amelia County. The 329-acre state-owned battlefield and visitors center is operated by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation. Holt’s Corner, Hillsman House, Marshall’s Crossroads, the […]
The park offers 300-acres of Civil War history where 700 Confederate men and boys held off an assault by 5,000 Union cavalry on a bridge of strategic importance to Gen. Lee’s army. Visit the Confederate earthworks and walk the historic bridge trail with a 1.2-mile self-guided tour. Two visitor centers feature the area’s rich Civil […]
Staunton River offers families and outdoor enthusiasts 2,400-acres of woodlands, meadows and shoreline along the Dan and Staunton rivers. Cabins and a campground offer overnight lodging with additional amenities for equestrian lodgers. Buggs Island Lake offers freshwater fishing and recreational boating activities. The park also has pools, picnic shelters, three playgrounds, tennis and volleyball courts, […]
In the heart of central Virginia, this 548-acre, historic park offers many cultural, environmental and recreational activities. Overnight accommodations include a 33-site campground and 11 climate-controlled cabins. Visitors enjoy swimming, fishing, hiking, boating and lakeside picnicking. The Cedar Crest Conference Center on Prince Edward Lake is available for weddings, family gatherings, retreats and business meetings.
In the heart of the Cumberland State Forest of central Virginia, Bear Creek Lake is the perfect getaway for outdoor enthusiasts. The 40-acre lake features a boat launch, fishing pier, boat rentals and a swimming beach. Other attractions include a meeting facility, cabins, camping, picnicking, an archery range and playgrounds. Guests enjoy the park’s trails […]
Enjoy playing the 18-hole frisbee disc golf course located at the Appomattox County Community Park. The course runs through the woods in the park and is fun for the entire family.
A nostalgic journey on the Buckingham Branch train excursion is just a ticket away. Seasonal excursions are offered on the weekends in the spring and fall and a special Santa train excursion is available each December. It’s the best way to see unspoiled landscape in the heart of Virginia.
Established in 1870, Hatton Ferry is now the last poled ferry in the United States. It crosses the James River on the weekends from April through October and is sure to fulfill ones yearning to experience a forgotten time.
Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the park features rolling grasslands, quiet forests and beautiful views, as well as 3 miles of shoreline along the James River. Visitors hike, bike, canoe, kayak, fish or camp on the banks of the historic river or at Branch Pond. Facilities include cabins, a visitor center, […]
